Have you heard about hair oil baths but don't know how to do them? The Théobroma team tells you everything about this beauty routine that can transform the look of your hair, leaving it radiantly healthy.

What is a hair oil bath?

Just like our skin, our hair is subject to external aggressions and can become damaged over time. Indeed, pollution, friction from clothing or pillows, poor hair care products, or repeated blow-drying can weaken the hair fiber .

An oil treatment is therefore done before shampooing to deeply nourish the hair for several hours. It targets both the scalp and the lengths, providing complete care for the entire hair shaft. And a healthy scalp means better quality hair fibers.

Good to know : a hair oil bath can be beneficial for all hair types! You can do it once a week on dry hair, and once a month on oily hair.

What are the benefits of an oil bath?

After applying your oil treatment, you will notice that your hair has more shine, suppleness, radiance and vitality.

Your hair fiber will be more hydrated because it will be better able to retain water. Better nourished, your hair will be healthier. Dry or wavy hair will see a reduction in frizz and split ends and will achieve better hairstyle definition.

Finally, applying an oil bath can be transformed into a true pampering ritual!

Oil bath: how to proceed?

The oil bath can be applied half an hour before shampooing, or the night before if you wash your hair in the morning.

The application

Start by detangling your hair , then lightly dampen it to open the cuticles. Separate your hair into several sections to make application easier, and apply the oil from root to tip . Take this opportunity to massage your scalp to stimulate blood circulation.

If you wish to leave the oil treatment on for several hours, protect your hair with a satin bonnet, cling film, or even a heated cap.

If you leave your oil bath on overnight, remember to protect your pillowcase with a towel.

Rinsing

To make the oil easier to remove, apply your shampoo in the shower without wetting your hair beforehand . This will allow you to remove excess oil much more easily!

Then rinse once to remove oil and impurities, then immediately shampoo a second time to clean your hair.

You can then apply your usual conditioner. Rinse your hair thoroughly. If possible, finish with cold water to close the hair cuticles.

What to do after an oil bath?

After your oil treatment, let your hair dry naturally. If you prefer to use a hairdryer or diffuser, always apply a heat protectant beforehand .

What product should I use for a hair oil bath?

To maximize the effects of a hair oil treatment, we recommend choosing a 100% natural, high-end product like Xo-Chiq oil . Composed of seven precious oils with moisturizing properties, it enhances the hair while deeply nourishing it.

Among the oils it contains are:

• Organic argan oil, both moisturizing and nourishing,
• Macadamia oil, which is moisturizing and very rich in fatty acids,
• Sweet almond oil, which deeply nourishes the hair fiber,
• Organic coconut oil, which contains nourishing fatty acids.

You can also choose Xo-Chiq Macadamia oil , which contains more of this nourishing and protective oil.

Finally, once a month you can complement your oil treatments with the Balm of the Gods . Its richness in organic shea butter and raw cocoa provides deeper repair to the hair fiber.

Our tip : for beautiful hair, you can apply a few drops of oil to your lengths daily. In addition to making them shinier, this will help them better withstand various external aggressors.